Maintenance Director

Elwood Health and Living; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(K) with company match

PTO

Telehealth/Virtual doctor visits

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay Available

Mission-driven work environment

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Elwood Health and Living is seeking an experienced Maintenance Director to lead the facility's physical plant operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and reliable upkeep. You will oversee HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire suppression, and grounds, while coordinating preventive maintenance and testing per Life Safety Code and CMS requirements.

You will supervise maintenance staff and vendors, manage budgets, obtain bids, and support emergency preparedness efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or institutional setting.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems
• Familiarity with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and CMS physical plant requirements
• Experience with fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and emergency generator testing
• EPA 608 Certification preferred
• Valid driver's license required
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying environmental conditions
• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies as needed

Responsibilities

• Oversee all facility maintenance including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire suppression systems
• Manage preventive maintenance schedules and ensure all required testing and documentation is current
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, CMS Conditions of Participation, and OSHA standards
• Maintain and test the emergency generator per CMS requirements
• Conduct and document fire drills, fire alarm testing, and Life Safety inspections
• Manage and supervise maintenance staff and outside contractors and vendors
• Obtain bids, manage contracts, and control the maintenance department budget
• Maintain grounds including snow removal, landscaping, and exterior upkeep
• Prepare for and participate in state health department surveys related to the physical plant
• Respond to facility maintenance emergencies promptly including after-hours as needed
• Serve on the Safety Committee and support the facility's emergency preparedness plan

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Life Safety Code knowledge

CMS Conditions of Participation

OSHA standards

Fire alarm systems

Emergency generator testing

Budget management

Leadership

Job description

About This Role

We are looking for an experienced, knowledgeable Maintenance Director to lead the physical plant operations of our facility. You will be responsible for keeping our building safe, compliant, and well-maintained — from Life Safety Code and CMS requirements to day-to-day repairs and grounds upkeep. If you know your way around a healthcare building, take regulatory compliance seriously, and lead by example — we want to meet you.

What We Offer

Benefits for Full-Time Staff Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance.

• 401(K) with company match

• PTO

• Virtual Doctor Visits - Telehealth

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• KISx Card (surgery and imaging program)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Daily Pay Available

• Fun, Creative, and Mission-driven work environment

• Supportive leadership that values your ideas

What You'll Do

• Oversee all facility maintenance including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire suppression systems

• Manage preventive maintenance schedules and ensure all required testing and documentation is current

• Ensure compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, CMS Conditions of Participation, and OSHA standards

• Maintain and test the emergency generator per CMS requirements

• Conduct and document fire drills, fire alarm testing, and Life Safety inspections

• Manage and supervise maintenance staff and outside contractors and vendors

• Obtain bids, manage contracts, and control the maintenance department budget

• Maintain grounds including snow removal, landscaping, and exterior upkeep

• Prepare for and participate in state health department surveys related to the physical plant

• Respond to facility maintenance emergencies promptly including after-hours as needed

• Serve on the Safety Committee and support the facility's emergency preparedness plan

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or institutional setting preferred

• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems

• Familiarity with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and CMS physical plant requirements

• Experience with fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and emergency generator testing

• EPA 608 Certification preferred

• Valid driver's license required

• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying environmental conditions

• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.